Benton Harbor
Ecosystem Overview
The Benton Harbor ecosystem supports 21 documented wildlife species across 21 taxonomic genera. Located in berrien county, michigan, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 5 frequently observed species and 4 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Berrien County nearby has 79% more documented species, Benton Harbor offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #3 for species diversity among 8 berrien county County natural areas, placing it in the 63th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 21 total documented species.
Ischnura posita
Fragile Forktail
Larus delawarensis
Ring-billed Gull
Alnus glutinosa
black alder
Pieris rapae
small white
Melanerpes erythrocephalus
Red-headed Woodpecker
Charadrius vociferus
Killdeer
Zenaida macroura
Mourning Dove
Cygnus olor
Mute Swan
Impatiens capensis
orange balsam
Verbena hastata
Wild Hyssop
Erigeron philadelphicus
common fleabane
Verbascum blattaria
Moth Mullein
Enallagma geminatum
Skimming Bluet
Silene latifolia
Bladder campion
Lobelia siphilitica
Blue Lobelia
Lepidium campestre
Cream-anther field pepperwort
Lonicera maackii
Bush Honeysuckle
Anemonastrum canadense
round-leaved anemone
Ardea herodias
Great Blue Heron
Falco sparverius
American Kestrel
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Berrien County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Benton Harbor. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (1 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (6 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Benton Harborwithin Berrien County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.